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Salena Estate

Salena Estate

About Salena Estate

Bob and Sylvia Franchitto named their estate after their daughter Salena when they founded it in 1998. Bookpurnong, South Australia is now home to one of the country's largest organic wine producers. Over 200 hectares of estate vineyards feed a cellar built for scale. The operation processes more than 15,000 tonnes of grapes annually and holds 14 million litres in temperature-controlled stainless steel, alongside French and American oak for aging. The house practices minimal intervention organic winemaking and holds certified organic processor status. Beyond their own labels, Twisted Sticks, ex-PRESS-ion, Nature's Source, gen S, Salena, and The Ink Series, which draws from Italian, Spanish, and French varieties, Salena operates as a contract bottling facility and bespoke private label supplier. The cellar door opens Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm weekdays and 11am to 4pm Saturday, and welcomes group bookings for private tastings and events accommodating up to 300 people.

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From their website, September 5, 2026.

When to visit Salena Estate

Monday11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Good to know about Salena Estate

Yes, Salena Estate has a tasting room open to visitors.
Signature bottles include Twisted Sticks, ex-PRESS-ion, Nature's Source, gen S, The Ink Series, Salena. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Salena Estate has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
Salena Estate is in Bookpurnong, South Australia, in the South Australia wine region. Phone: (08) 8584 1333. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Salena Estate was established in 1998, giving the estate 28 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
Salena Estate offers: Cellar Door Tastings, Group Bookings and Events and Celebrations. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach. Worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
Monday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Thursday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Friday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed (from their website, September 5, 2026). Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.

Where to find Salena Estate

837 Bookpurnong Rd
Bookpurnong, South Australia, Australia

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